Laboratory Operations Expert 1 at Randstad USA

job summary:

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location: Temecula, California
job type: Contract
salary: $20 - 25 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: High School
 
responsibilities:

• Successful manufacture of products
  
  
  • Perform bulk laboratory operations such as fractionation of antiserum, dialysis, filtration, labeling and bottling, using available resources to coordinate daily manufacturing requirements.
  • Perform various testing methods such as Heidelberger titers, total protein, OD280, IEP and SDS-Page
  • On time Manufacture of products as needed per Planning department
  • Perform standard and new operating procedures
  • Execute complex laboratory methods per established procedures; support activities to resolve process and testing issues under guidance of senior staff
  • Perform procedures involving calculations and material measurements. Collect and evaluate data per defined specifications
  • Safely and correctly operate standard laboratory equipment
  • Prepare routine solutions and reagents
  • Utilize software for data entry and recordkeeping in conformance with company and regulatory policies and standards
  • Ensure compliance with all quality and regulatory specifications
  • Execute the manufacturing performance metrics (productivity, customer satisfaction and quality improvements)
  • Execute on objectives and planned schedules as outlined by supervisor
  • Train other lab personnel in established procedures
  • Filling, labeling, and packaging of products
  • Contribute to completion of specific programs and projects
  • Comply with applicable established cGMP, FDA, OSHA, EPA, and Quality System regulations
  • Develop, write and update documents pertaining to lab procedures and product manufacturing to maintain cGMP and/or ISO compliance

• Problem-solve Manufacturing-related issues:
  
  
  • Actively participate in troubleshooting and the identification of manufacturing and production issues
  • May assist with the research of new methods or steps in a process at direction of team management, including revising SOPs
• Improve manufacturing processes:
  
  
  • Identify inefficiencies and opportunities for process improvements
  • Assist in the implementation of manufacturing procedures intended to optimize existing processes, such as yield, time and cost, and ensure achievement of regulatory and customer requirements
• Support new product development:
  
  
  • Support R&D and Tech Transfer functions in bringing new products to manufacturing
  • Train on new SOPs, technologies etc. to support the manufacture of new products

 
qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a Life Science discipline with related experience, preferred. In lieu of Bachelor's degree in a Life Science discipline, a minimum of 5 years of specific and demonstrated experience may be considered
• Basic knowledge in the use of laboratory techniques such as sterile and aseptic techniques, buffer, and large- and small-scale protein purification
• Demonstrated knowledge in the use of basic scientific laboratory equipment such as pipettes, scales, pH meters, fume hoods, filters, microscopes, BioSafety Cabinets and centrifuges
• Demonstrated knowledge in Sterile / Aseptic technique required
• Demonstrated knowledge in cell culture techniques is required, as well as a basic knowledge of antibody and protein production methods
• Demonstrated ability to follow directions outlined in Standard Operating Procedures; ability to accurately complete Batch Records while adhering to Quality and Regulatory requirements
• Basic knowledge in cell-based assays, and basic immunological/molecular techniques
• Ability to properly and safely handle biologically hazardous materials